But under the scenario where global warming continues on its current path, 16% of species (one in six) face extinction.

“If
the world does not come together and control greenhouse gas emissions
and we allow the Earth to warm considerably we will face a potential
loss of one in six species,” said Dr Urban.

“Many
species will be able to shift their ranges and keep up with climate
change whereas others will not either because their habitat has
disappeared or because they can’t reach their habitat anymore.”